Goodwin College

Goodwin College Academics

Goodwin College evolved from the Data Institute Business School which was founded in 1962. In 1999, the East Hartford campus of this institute became home to Goodwin College. Accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Goodwin College offers degrees and certificate courses in career-based programs like business administration, health science, medical billing & coding, histology, nursing, environmental studies, homeland security, phlebotomy, ESL, human services, respiratory care, and general studies, among others.

The nursing program at Goodwin College is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accreditation Commission. The school also offers distance learning opportunities and flexible class schedules.

Goodwin College Admissions

Goodwin College has an open enrollment policy. The institution attracts recent high school graduates, transfer students, and adult professionals. Graduates of accredited high schools, and secondary schools, or those having a high school equivalent diploma can seek admission at Goodwin College. Such students need to complete an application form which is available online, and submit it together with the application fee at the college’s Office of High School Admissions. The applicant is also required to submit a one-page essay about the selected program of study along with a letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor, employer or mentor, and a current high school transcript.

For enrollment in nursing, respiratory care, histology, or EMT/ paramedic courses, applicants need to go through a selective admission process. For instance, those applying for the paramedic program need to complete the admission application form, college placement evaluations, as well as maintain the EMT-B License. In addition, they need to complete a special EMT-Paramedic Program Application, and clear an interview with the Program Director.

Goodwin College Financial Aid

Students of Goodwin College can apply for grants, loans and scholarships from federal, state, local government, or private bank programs. Applicants should fill in the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The college offers Pell Grants, Connecticut Independent College Student Grants, Academic Competitiveness Grant, Subsidized Stafford Loans, Unsubsidized Stafford Loans, Institutional Grants, and Parent Loans. Students can also opt for the Federal Work-Study program in order to reduce their education expenses.

Goodwin College Students

Goodwin College operates at four locations in East Hartford, Connecticut. The student body includes high school graduates as well as nontraditional students. These students come from almost corners Connecticut, and represent diverse cultural, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds. A number of other states and countries are also represented among the student body. The Student Council is responsible for organizing student activities. The Student Council comprises members from the general student body. Led by an elected group of students, the organization aims at coordinating students’ activities and maintaining positive relationship on campus.

The Learning Center of Goodwin College involves students in various on-campus activities like the Peer Tutoring Program. This program helps students identify different learning styles and develop effective study skills. The Learning Center also provides access to an online tutoring tool called eTutoring, where live tutors provide assistance with writing, math, accounting, biology, chemistry, anatomy and physiology, information literacy, and research methods.

The college has a Career Service division designed to support and empower students in developing and efficiently implementing their career plans. The career service programs concentrate on career development through collaborative relationships and classroom presentations. Students are also provided with counseling services, résumé and cover letter writing assistance and review, job search preparation, interviewing skills training, career workshops, and recruiting activities.

The Goodwin College Library provides committed academic service to the students’ personal and professional growth. Electronic services include an online catalog of the library resources, more than 30 online academic databases with abstracts and full text articles, and a host of Internet sources.

Carnegie Foundation Classification

Associate's — Private Not-for-profit

General Characteristics

Highest offering	Associate's degree
Calendar System	Semester
Years of college work required	N/A
Variable Tuition

Special Learning Opportunities

Distance Learning
ROTC — Army / Navy / Air Force	— / /
Study Abroad
Weekend College
Teacher Certification